1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1987 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Omni. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1987 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1987 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 166 | Omni |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
